Strawberry picking day trips from New York City
27 strawberry farms are within about 110 miles of Midtown Manhattan in the free FarmScout app, the closest about 29 miles away. Near New York City the season usually runs June into early July. Here are 5 well-known places to start planning with. The app shows every one on a map, what each farm has this week, hours changes and events, all dated so you know before you go. Updated October 2026.
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5 well-known strawberry farms near New York City
- Sussex County Strawberry FarmSeason: Seasonal
- Hallock's U-Pick Farm
- Johnson's Locust Hall Farm
- Steelbow Farm
- Whistle Down Farm
...and 22 more strawberry farms within a day trip of New York City - plus over 13,000 farms, farm stands, markets and orchards nationwide. See all their events and what they offer in the free app.
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Planning tips
- Check what is ready before you go. Crops come in waves, and farms close for the season when the fields are picked.
- Go early, or on a weekday. Weekends in season are the busiest days at most farms.
- Make a day of it. Many farms also have a farm stand, bakery or events, and the app shows what else is nearby.
Questions people ask
Where can I go strawberry picking near New York City?
FarmScout lists 27 strawberry farms within about 110 miles of Midtown Manhattan. Well-known ones include Sussex County Strawberry Farm in Andover, Hallock's U-Pick Farm in New Egypt, Johnson's Locust Hall Farm in Jobstown.
When is strawberry picking season near New York City?
Near New York City, the season usually runs June into early July. Every farm is different and weather moves it every year, so check what a farm has this week before you drive.
How far do I have to drive from New York City?
The closest strawberry farm in FarmScout is about 29 miles from Midtown Manhattan in a straight line. Most on this page are within a two-hour drive.
How do I know what is ready before I go?
Every product and event in the free FarmScout app carries the date it was reported, by the farm itself or by our team, so you can see what is ready right now. FarmScout is free to download on iPhone and Android.
Over 13,000 farms, farm stands, markets and orchards nationwide in the free app. See all their events and what they offer.Free to download on iPhone and Android. Know before you go.